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Revealed: The most common questions people ask Alexa (Some are a bit weird)
It turns out we’re using smart speakers for everything from pop culture curiosity to kitchen crisis management = and the patterns are oddly relatable
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CCTV image released after man threw chair at slot machines in Northampton bookies
A CCTV image has been released by police after a man threw a chair at slot machines in a Northampton bookies.
Seven arrests made using new live facial recognition technology deployed in Northamptonshire
The police’s new live facial recognition (LFR) technology has resulted in the arrest of seven people during its span in Northamptonshire town centres.
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University of Northampton student calls on authorities to prioritise safety and restore 'right to walk home without constantly checking over our shoulders'
A University of Northampton student has called on the local authorities to prioritise student safety in the town centre and restore their “right to walk home without constantly checking over our shoulders”.
West Northants Reform councillor backtracks on resignation after complaining about ‘deep frustration’ with council system
A Reform UK councillor has backtracked on his resignation from West Northamptonshire Council (WNC), after announcing to the media that he had decided to quit the role “with immediate effect”.
'Northants is ahead of the curve' as some police forces still haven't implemented specialist policy on investigating sexual offences
Northamptonshire Police have said they are committed to eradicating violence against women and girls and confirmed they were not one of the forces still missing basic policies on sexual offences, following the latest report after the rape and murder of Sarah Everard.
CCTV images released after men steal clothes from Flannels in Northampton and threaten staff
CCTV images have been released by police after men stole clothes from Flannels in Northampton and threatened staff.
Soccer Shack in Northampton issues full statement after six-year-old boy left in tears and mum's safety complaint goes viral
A recreational football company in Northampton has issued a full statement after a six-year-old boy was left in tears and his mother's safety complaint went viral.
Royal Mail responds to concerns that mail is being delivered extremely late to residents across Northampton
Royal Mail responded to concerns that mail is being delivered extremely late to residents across Northampton.
Maintenance workers discover 240 cannabis plants in drainage running under the M1 in Northamptonshire
Maintenance workers discovered more than 240 cannabis plants in a drainage culvert under the M1 in Northamptonshire.
Devastated Northamptonshire family whose home was destroyed in huge fire receive 'amazing' Christmas surprise from Everton FC
A Northamptonshire family whose home was destroyed in a devastating fire were treated to a weekend to remember by Everton FC after being nominated by relatives and friends for a special Christmas surprise.
Show your support to this unique jewellery shop launched in Northampton after owner decided to ‘reinvent’
Show your support to this unique jewellery store at the heart of Northampton town centre, launched after the owner decided to “reinvent” herself.
More than £4,000 raised at pub race night in memory of 'cherished regular' with money donated to Northampton charity 'close to his heart'
More than £4,000 has was raised at a pub race night held in memory of a “cherished regular, with the money donated to a Northampton charity “close to his heart”.
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Brits are rushing to buy this “storm-proof” umbrella – now 40% off
Fed up with flimsy umbrellas folding in the wind? This compact storm-proof model has thousands of glowing reviews — and thanks to a 40% Amazon deal, it’s now £17.99 instead of £29.99. Available in multiple colours and backed by a lifetime guarantee
The John Griff Column: With a bit of effort, we can solve anything…
Every once in a while, if you’re lucky, something happens either close to you or within your sphere of influence, or with someone you know that changes your outlook on life, the universe and everything. Once it’s changed, it’s changed for good – or at least until the next change comes along ...
Man arrested after woman and dog sustain injuries in incident involving three other dogs in Northampton
A man has been arrested after a woman and her dog sustained injuries during an incident involving three other dogs in Northampton.
Asylum seeker jailed for three years after using fire extinguisher to gain entry to service station shop and spray worker
An asylum seeker has been jailed for three years for robbery, burglary and theft offences in Northamptonshire, during which he used a fire extinguisher to gain entry to a service station shop and sprayed a worker.
12 arrests made during first four days of festive crackdown on drink driving in Northamptonshire
A dozen people were arrested during the first four days of a festive crackdown on drink driving in Northamptonshire.
Plans for 48 homes on edge of Northamptonshire village approved despite concerns from councillors and the public
Plans to build 48 homes on the edge of a village near Northampton have been given the green light, despite concerns that the decision would undermine local participation in planning and a failed attempt to refuse the scheme by councillors.
Late-night drug bust leads to arrest at Northampton Railway Station
A 21-year-old man was arrested shortly before 1am on Wednesday December 3, at Northampton Railway Station on suspicion of possession with intent to supply a Class A drug.